Engine oil, Checking engine oil – Pontiac 2002 Grand Prix User Manual
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Before closing the hood of your vehicle, be sure all the
filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood down and
close it firmly.
Engine Oil
If the LOW OIL LEVEL
light appears on the
instrument cluster, it means
you need to check your
engine oil level right away.
For more information, see “Low Oil Level Light” in
the Index.
You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
Checking Engine Oil
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3100 V6 Engine
3800 V6 or 3800 V6
Supercharged Engine
The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop
located near the front of the engine. See “Engine
Compartment Overview” in the Index for more
information on location.